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Race Rules
Compulsory Gear - Bike
All bikes must be in safe and serviceable condition.
All riders must wear a NZ safety standards approved bike helmet and carry 2 spare tubes, pump or CO2 shot, bicycle multi-tool, and chain lube.
The course is a mixture of sealed and unsealed road, farm tracks, river beds, and river crossings.
The Drover only
As the race will start in the dark you will need to have both a front and rear light:
- Front light - minimum 300 lumens
- Rear light - needs to be set on solid red (the strobe setting is not permitted)
- You are able to drop your lights at the Woolshed Aid Station
Compulsory Gear - Rider
Lake Tekapo is just over 700m above sea level. The weather can change quickly and there can be snow at any time of the year.
Minimum clothing required:
- merino or thermal long sleeved top,
- waterproof seam-sealed jacket,
- survival bag (not blanket)
- Basic first aid items - 4 non adherent dressing pads (ie Telfa), 6 bandaids, crepe bandage, paracetamol, strapping tape (no less than 1.5m)
You must also carry with you at least 2L of water and enough food to maintain your nutrition needs for the duration of the race. There are Aid Stations on course, however we will not be able to refill everyone's water bladders/bottles at every stop.
It is your responsibility to manage your nutritional needs during The Mackenzie race.
We recommend wearing padded cycle shorts and gloves (either wearing or taking with you in your pack).
E Bikes
E Bikes are best suited for The Shepherd and The Merino races.
There will be a separate E Bike category at the event although we won't be awarding prizes due to the variations in models.
The E Bike category is not a race.
If you feel that your battery will not last the entirety of the race, you will be able to leave a spare battery at the Bag Drop at the Musterer's Rest Aid Station. Please follow the link 'Bag Drop Info'.
Pedal assisted E Bikes only.
E Bikes are not permitted in The Drover or The Muster races.
Gear Checks
There are no gear checks scheduled for The Mackenzie brought to you by Devold, although spot checks will occur before the start and also out on course.
If someone is deemed to not be carrying the compulsory clothing required, or does not have the required bike gear to safely complete the race, it is the Race Directors discretion to remove someone from the event.
You do not have to be wearing the compulsory clothing, but you must have it with you during the race (ie, in your backpack/hydration pack)
General Race Rules
You must attend the Race Briefing on the morning of the race.
You must be able to complete basic bike repairs yourself - self sufficient when dealing with punctures/chains.
If you are not carrying the correct gear you will be disqualified from the race.
Your race Number Plate must be visible on the front of your bike throughout the race.
General NZ road rules apply. Roads will remain open for the duration of the race. Keep left and watch for traffic. If someone is not following this rule they will be disqualified immediately from the race.
Traffic Management marshals instructions must be followed at all times.
Race marshals on course have the ability to hold any rider back while they liaise with the Race Director regarding any breaking of the race rules. Final decisions will be made by the Race Director.
The Race Director and Safety Manager have the right to remove any competitor from the race if they deem it necessary to do so. This relates to the ability of a rider being able to safely complete the event for any reason.
The race cut offs will be strictly adhered to. Anyone who does not make the cut off will be brought back to the Race Village by vehicle.
You must ride single file unless passing. If you wish to pass you need to call to the rider in front before passing, and then pass on the right. Check for vehicles BEFORE passing!
The river crossings will be managed by experienced personnel. All instructions must be adhered to. This is for your own safety.
The course may be altered at any stage due to weather, safety concerns, or for any reason deemed necessary by the Race Director. All competitors will be notified either by email or through Facebook the night before the race - or if a sudden change is required competitors will be notified at the Race Briefing on the morning of the race.
No support crews are required or allowed on the course.
Aero Bars are not allowed in any race.
Competitors must use the same bike for the duration of the race.
All rubbish must be taken with you until the next Aid Station or the Race Village when you finish. Do not discard of any rubbish during the course unless it is at an Aid Station or at the Race Village.
Music devices are not permitted as they pose a safety risk to yourself and fellow competitors.
Age Restrictions
The Drover:
18 years +
The Muster:
16 years +
The Shepherd:
14yrs +
The Merino:
12yrs +
Any rider under 14 MUST have an adult enter the event and ride with them - this is to ensure younger riders have mechanical support at all times.
Younger ages may be permitted on a case by case basis. Please email the Race Director to discuss. kerry@scenicsports.net
River Crossings
At the top of the lake there are two rivers to cross. The Godley River and the Macaulay River. These crossings will be managed by experienced personnel.
If the water is deemed to be too high and/or flowing at a pace deemed unsafe then you will not be able to cross.
Alternate Course
AN ALTERNATE COURSE will be announced during race week if we are unable to get you across the river/s. All decisions will be made after consulting with experienced water safety personnel.
The Alternate Course will still be awesome!!
RACE CUT OFFS
The Shepherd
11:00am Smoko Break (approximately 30km mark)
2:00pm Irishman Creek Cafe (approximately the 62km mark)
3:30pm Traffic Management Cut Off across the course.
The Muster
10:30am Godley Peaks Station (the Huntaway Aid Station)
11:30am Godley River (approximately the 45km mark for The Muster).
2:00pm The Musterer's Rest Aid Station (approximately the 50km mark for The Muster).
6:00pm Traffic Management Cut Off across the course.
The Drover
10:45am Irishman Creek Cafe (approximately 62km mark)
12:30pm Huntaway Aid Station (approximately the 90km mark)
3:00pm The Musterer's Rest Aid Station (approximately the 120km mark)
6:00pm Traffic Management Cut Off across the course.
Scenic Sports Events runs under an approved Safety Management Plan. Audits take place regularly by ROSA.
19 March 2024: The safety audit established that the operator’s safety management system complies with the requirements of the health and safety legislation applicable
to the outdoors.
Next due 19 March 2027.
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